Thrilling Transcriptions: From Paganini To John Williams

LIVE AT THE WINSPEAR – VITAL ORGAN SERIES
THRILLING TRANSCRIPTIONS: FROM PAGANINI TO JOHN WILLIAMS
FEATURING ISABELLE DEMERS ON THE DAVIS CONCERT ORGAN


ABOUT THE CONCERT
Québec-born organist Isabelle Demers returns to the Winspear stage with a thrilling program which will include her own transcriptions of orchestral music for organ. Hear Stravinsky’s magical Firebird Suite, John Williams epic Star Wars Suite, a virtuosic Paganini solo violin piece of music recomposed to be played only by her feet, plus many other exciting pieces of music. Experience a truly unique and mesmerizing performance, showcasing Isabelle’s incredible talent and skill on the organ.

This concert will include an intermission.

PROGRAM TO INCLUDE
BACH
Harpsichord Concerto in D Minor
NADIA BOULANGER
Trois pièces
GEORGE THALBEN-BALL
Variations on a Theme of Paganini
ELGAR
Imperial March
WILLIAMS
Star Wars Suite
STRAVINKSY
Firebird Suite (trans. Demers)
Program subject to change.

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